Banquet Chef

The Club at Sonterra is looking for an experienced Banquet Chef to join a dynamic F& B team. POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Banquet Chef is responsible for production of all food needed for banquet functions/private parties. Accountable for all food costs for banquet functions. Supervises production personnel used for banquet events. Assists Sous Chef with Executive Chef’s responsibilities during the latter’s absence. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES • Manages food production for banquet functions including menu planning and personnel supervision. Manages food production for all club events including member/guest private parties and golf outings. • Establishes and adheres to food cost goals for banquet functions. • Performs other special duties as requested by the Executive Chef. Working Conditions • Must have open availability to include evenings, weekends and holidays. • Will be required to work in fast paced environment. • A positive image projected by this key staff member is essential. A neat and professional appearance must be maintained at all times, along with a respectful, open minded demeanor to members and outside contacts. • A significant amount of time is spent communicating and interacting with various people inside and outside of the club. • Reading and writing abilities are often used when communicating with the club outlets and outside contacts when planning menus and services. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • Culinary school graduate preferred • Two years’ experience in supervisory position • Understanding of a la carte and banquet revenue generation • General knowledge of expense control as it relates to kitchen payroll and the forecasting/budgeting of expenses • Technical literacy, including Microsoft Office, payroll management and point of sale systems • Bilingual (English - Spanish) communication ability preferred. • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Interpersonal skills, sales/negotiating abilities, attention to detail, planning and organizational ability, experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, leadership and time management skills, self-motivated, driven and professional. • Must demonstrate a positive attitude at all times • Must provide outstanding customer service to all internal and external customers REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS • Directly To: Executive Chef Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Food provided • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person